Explain locus of control (and the two types) in Rotter's social learning theory
What will be an ideal response?
According to Rotter's social learning theory, over time we develop generalized expectancies about our actions and the reinforcements that follow them, which are referred to as locus of control. When we have an internal locus of control we generally expect that our actions will lead to predictable outcomes and reinforcements. However, when we have an external locus of control we expect that reinforcements and other outcomes will be influenced by outside forces such as luck, fate, coincidence, powerful others, and so forth.
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a. hypothalamus; autonomic nervous system b. hypothalamus; pituitary gland c. autonomic nervous system; pituitary gland d. autonomic nervous system; limbic system
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A. at 1 month old, as long as it is pureed B. between 4 and 6 months old C. between 8 to 12 months old D. after the baby's first birthday
Clinical psychologists _____ whereas counseling psychologists __________
a. diagnose people with emotional, behavioral and psychological disorders; help people adjust to common life changes and everyday life issues. b. study how the social environment shapes behavior; study influences on health and wellness c. study thought and decision-processes; study developmental change across the life span d. help people adjust to common life changes and everyday life issues; diagnose people with emotional, behavioral, and psychological disorders
Define reflexes and provide an evolutionary explanation of reflexes and their gradual disappearance
What will be an ideal response?